Author: Michael Kehoe

As well as the rich history and vibrant cities Ireland is also famous for its stunning scenery and beautiful countryside. And there are few better ways to soak in the surroundings that by paddling along one of the gorgeous waterways of Ireland. Travel writer Rick Le Vert described Fermanagh’s Upper Lough Erne as a paddler’s… Continue reading Paddle your way to paradise on Ireland’s beautiful waterways

Hollywood star Saoirse Ronan has spoken out about the sexism she has experienced in the film industry. Despite being a hugely accomplished actress with several Oscar nominations already under her belt, Ronan revealed she recently had to work alongside a couple of ‘incredibly chauvinistic’ people. She told students in Scoil Chaitríona in Glasnevin, Dublin that… Continue reading Saoirse Ronan speaks about sexism she has experienced in the movie industry

George Clooney has revealed that he struggled to understand his Irish relatives when he visited them recently. The Hollywood superstar has Irish ancestry thanks to a great-great grandfather called Nicholas Clooney. Nicholas left Co Kilkenny and headed to the US to start a new life in Kentucky. George recently visited Ireland where he met many… Continue reading George Clooney speaks about meeting his Irish relatives – and not being able to understand them

An Irish singer had the audience moved to tears when he appeared on Britain’s Got Talent. He was so good that head judge Simon Cowell even predicted a future on stages in the West End or Broadway. Mark McMullan, of Co Down, performed a stunning rendition of ‘Bring Him Home’ from the classic musical Les… Continue reading Emotional performance from Irish singer wows Britain’s Got Talent judges

Irish brides and grooms are getting married later in life than ever before, according to the latest statistics. The figures, released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show that Irish people are most likely to get married in their mid-30s, with brides at an average age of 34.4 and grooms aged 36.4 on average. For… Continue reading Irish people are getting married later in life than ever before

An Irish farmer has spoken about how his farm was saved thanks to the hit HBO series Game of Thrones. Kenny Gracey raises long-horn cattle, Jacob sheep and saddleback pigs on Forthill Farm in Co Armargh. Ten years ago, the farm had begun to struggle financially, and it looked as though it may have to… Continue reading Irish farmer reveals Game of Thrones helped to save his farm

Ireland has countless wonderful attractions for visitors to see and soak up the culture during their stay. Many people like to seek out some of the lesser known spots around the country. Secret wonders abound in the north of Ireland. Meander from Donegal to Down and discover all that this place has to offer –… Continue reading Off the beaten track in the delightful north of Ireland

One thing all visitors should consider when visiting Ireland is its great history, and how the different cultures have integrated to create the vibrant country we have today. Connect with great works of art and discover the stories behind them through a guided tour of the National Gallery of Ireland. Whether your interest in art… Continue reading Fill your heart with art at Ireland’s National Gallery

Game of Thrones fever is well and truly upon us – with the final season of the fantasy series underway. Fans in Belfast will be starting to notice a special commemoration to the HBO show – much of which was filmed in Northern Ireland. To celebrate Northern Ireland as Game of Thrones Territory, six beautifully… Continue reading Stained glass installations in Belfast celebrate the legacy of Game of Thrones in Northern Ireland

An Irish ice cream parlour has come up with a novel (and slightly bamboozling) way to serve its delicious desserts – in the form of pasta. It is the dessert we at Ireland Calling never knew we needed in our lives until now. Fantastic Flavours Ice-Cream Parlour in Cork creates hand made artisan desserts and is… Continue reading Irish ice cream parlour introduces extraordinary ‘pasta ice cream’